Join us for the OVWA Quarterly Membership Meeting! All members are invited and encouraged to attend. We aim to connect with advocates and advocacy programs throughout the state, as well as share what OVWA has been working on. We would love to highlight the work you are doing in your programs, so please reach out […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network Many domestic violence survivors experience mental health impacts from their experiences, and advocates should be equipped with the tools and skills to respond effectively when mental health crises arise. In this training, participants will learn how to apply a trauma-informed approach to de-escalating mental health crises. This training […]
Have you ever wondered how advocates in the field may be asked to provide expert witness testimony? Are you wondering how much experience and education one might need to be successfully accepted as an expert witness for specific crimes such as domestic and sexual violence? Attendees will hear how expert witnesses may be used in […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network Join ODVN for an engaging and practical training designed specifically for advocates working with families navigating both domestic violence and substance use. Led in a conversational, Q&A-style format, this session creates space for honest discussions about the complexities of supporting survivors and their children in communal shelter settings […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network Empathy and active listening are essential trauma-informed approaches that develop through intentional skill-building. Similarly, co-regulation —the ability to support others in managing their emotions —is strengthened through ongoing learning and practice. Advocates who can recognize and manage their internal responses are better equipped to create emotionally safe spaces […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network This virtual training series, designed for new advocates or seasoned staff, is comprised of three full days of live training and 10 hours of online pre-learning through ODVN’s eLearning Network. This updated DVAF training includes exciting new videos and participant engagement through scenarios, break-out sessions and panel discussion. The topics include: –Holistic Case Management: professional boundaries and ethics, service […]
Please join OVWA for an interactive discussion on ethics in the field of advocacy. This training is open to both members and non-members! This webinar will discuss the ethical standards for victim assistance professions as outlined in the National Advocate Credentialing Program (NACP)® Code of Ethics and maintained by the NOVA Office for Advocacy Ethics. […]
For professionals working in the criminal justice system, understanding the rights and needs of co-victims of homicide can ensure adherence to the law and improve access to and participation in the legal system for loved ones of victims. We welcome professionals from across Ohio to learn from experts Elizabeth Well, Esq., Legal Director of the […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network This virtual training series, designed for new advocates or seasoned staff, is comprised of three full days of live training and 10 hours of online pre-learning through ODVN’s eLearning Network. This updated DVAF training includes exciting new videos and participant engagement through scenarios, break-out sessions and panel discussion. The topics include: –Holistic Case Management: professional boundaries and ethics, service […]
Hosted by Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence: Ready Set Go! will introduce new prevention professionals to violence prevention foundations and best practices. While focused on introductory information, this training is beneficial for all anti-sexual violence professionals to build skills and refresh knowledge about primary prevention and its integral role in ending sexual violence. The […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network This training will identify unique challenges National Guard members and their families face in accessing consistent support services for DVSAS. It will examine the impact of military culture, rural environments, and intersecting identities on National Guard survivors’ vulnerability to DVSAS and their access to resources. Attendees will also […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network Join ODVN for a powerful day of learning, connection, and practical skill-building designed for advocates, DV program staff, and allied professionals who work with youth and families impacted by domestic violence. Learn from national and local leaders in the field and walk away with tools to strengthen your […]
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